rigidmaterials
nounUK /ˈrɪdʒɪd məˈtɪəriəlz/
US /ˈrɪdʒɪd məˈtɪriəlz/
Rigid materials are things that are hard and do not bend easily.
The table is made of rigid materials like wood and metal, so it stays strong and flat.
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2. Materials that keep their shape and do not change form under pressure.
Engineers choose rigid materials for bridges because they hold their shape under heavy loads.
3. Substances that resist bending or stretching when force is applied.
The robot's frame uses rigid materials to resist bending during movement.
4. Building substances that are firm and unbending, often used for support.
The shelter was built with rigid materials to withstand strong winds.